The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, Dubai International Financial Centre Becomes First Spa in Middle East to Offer Aroma Radiance Lift System Facials by Aromatherapy Associates

Innovative 'Facial Workout' Available Now for the First Time in the Region at the Luxury Hotel in Dubai

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES--(Marketwire - Nov 15, 2012) - The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, DIFC is the first spa in the Middle East to introduce Aroma Radiance Lift System by Aromatherapy Associates. The innovative device blends high-tech with holistic to provide a trio of advanced facial treatments. A high frequency of current and natural ingredients are combined to tone, plump and gently lift the skin, producing visibly improved natural radiance, and a youthful glow. A range of settings can be used by The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre's Therapists, to provide a totally bespoke facial treatment and a unique experience, specially created for each spa guest.

Rosalin Lau, Spa Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre, comments, "I describe the Aroma Radiance Lift System facials as a 'facial workout,' as they are 100% results-driven and visibly increase the skin's natural radiance. The facials have already proved extremely popular across Europe and Asia, so we are delighted to be the first spa in the Middle East to offer our guests the treatments, and a memorable experience at the same time."

Guests can enjoy an individual treatment, or a choice of facial series:

Aroma Lift Facial & Aroma Clear Facial (60 minutes): AED 595

Purchase 4 and receive 1 complimentary facial: AED 2,385

Purchase 7 and receive 2 complimentary facials: AED 4,165

Purchase 10 and receive 3 complimentary facials: AED 5,950

For every series purchased, guests receive a complimentary 50-minute massage and a Body Scrub.

Ultimate Aroma Radiance Lift Facial (90 minutes): AED 795

Purchase 4 and receive 1 complimentary facial: AED 3,185

Purchase 7 and receive 2 complimentary facials: AED 7,155

Purchase 10 and receive 3 complimentary facials: AED 5,950

For every series purchased, guests receive a complimentary 80-minute massage and a Body Scrub.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, DIFC offers a sanctuary for pure indulgence for body, mind and spirit, with holistic and customized treatments, two suites with a private whirlpool bath, eleven single treatment rooms with natural daylight, and male and female steam rooms. It also includes a Fitness Centre, with state-of-the-art equipment and a personal trainer, and guests of the luxury hotel in Dubai can take a dip in the indoor, or rooftop swimming pools.

For reservations or advice from a Therapist, please contact The Ritz-Carlton Spa®, DIFC at +971 4 372 2777 or email: difcspa@ritzcarlton.com

About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLCThe Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 80 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, an award that originated in 1987. Its purpose is to promote the awareness of quality excellence, recognize quality achievements of companies and publicize successful quality strategies. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company won the award in 1992 and 1999. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR).